Deacon Brodie
Originally released in 1997. Deacon Brodie is a tv movie/drama film. directed by Philip Saville.
Starring Billy Connolly, Simon Donald, and Ewen Bremner
Synopsis
Drama based on the true story of Deacon Brodie one of Scotland's most notorious criminals. In 1788 Deacon Brodie a master cabinet maker and town councillor is a rogue and a hedonist. He steals money but gives it back. He attempts to steal a fortune from the city's Customs and Excise office but the attempt fails and he is caught. There is a widely-publicised trial and he is sentenced to death to be hanged on the gallows he designed.
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- BBC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Deacon Brodie about?
Drama based on the true story of Deacon Brodie one of Scotland's most notorious criminals. In 1788 Deacon Brodie a master cabinet maker and town councillor is a rogue and a hedonist. He steals mone...
Who directed Deacon Brodie?
Deacon Brodie was directed by Philip Saville.
How long is Deacon Brodie?
Deacon Brodie has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Deacon Brodie released?
Deacon Brodie was released on March 8, 1997 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Deacon Brodie?
The main cast of Deacon Brodie includes Billy Connolly, Simon Donald, Ewen Bremner, Lorcan Cranitch, Patrick Malahide.